5 Reasons to Move to Big Data (and 1 Challenge)
Tue, May 21, 2013 Companies of all sizes are beginning to reap the benefits of data analytics technology. If you're not up to speed yet, here are five ways that big data can benefit your business--and one precaution that may well thwart your big data plans.

Meaningful Use, 3D Imaging Drive Storage Demand
Wed, May 22, 2013 Healthcare providers are under siege by massive amounts of data. This is forcing the industry to upgrade its aging storage infrastructures, architectures and systems. Where that data is being stored may come as a surprise.

Federal Mobile Plans Slowed by Security, Funding
Tue, May 21, 2013 Ahead of the one-year anniversary of the White House's digital government strategy, a new study from the Mobile Work Exchange takes stock of how agencies are pressing ahead with mobility plans.

9 Steps to Build Your Personal Brand

Competition in the tech jobs industry is fierce, so how do you differentiate yourself from the pack? Creating a personal brand is the best place to start.

15 Cool Apps for Google Glass You Must See

While Google's futuristic eye-worn computing device is set to come with its own native apps, third-party developers have begun cooking up their own.

WINDOWS

Windows 8 won't be adopted as a standard at your business anytime soon, according to a new Forrester report. But that doesn't mean IT shouldn't prepare for it to sneak through the BYOD side door. Here are five ways to be ready for Windows 8.

HEALTHCARE

Healthcare is rapidly moving toward a patient-centric care model. To meet this demand, EHR systems ought to be mobile, modular and easy to use. Patients, meanwhile, need an experience that reminds them of online banking.

PRODUCTIVITY

Gmail's newest features include ways to search for old emails, quickly add meetings to your calendar, send large files and more. Here's a look at five of Google's latest email features to help you make the most of the Web-based service.

ONLINE MARKETING

These brands offer simple, sometimes unorthodox examples of ways to connect with your customers without spending advertising dollars. Their innovation earns them a spot in CIO.com's Content Marketing Hall of Fame.

CAREERS

Healthcare IT is becoming one of the fastest growing areas in the job market as health service providers rush to get compliant and adopt new technologies.

IT HIRING

In a perfect world promoting internally is a good way to lower costs, create a talent pipeline and build morale. However, in the real world, you must weigh those benefits against the need to get the right skillset for the job.

MOBILE

Have some business travel planned? Get ready to put on a happy face, chat strangers up and expand your professional circle at the next conference or seminar. Here are some trusty iPhone apps to help you network.

CAREERS

Should we fear the rise of robots? From pharmacists to fast food cooks, here's a look at 10 advancements in technology that could put you out of work.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CRM)

Small businesses don't need expensive customer relationship software to manage records and important business data. Here are four inexpensive CRM options that offer the functionality you need and also integrate with social sites.

CAREERS

Just because you're not actively looking for a job is no reason to neglect your resume. In a fluctuating market the rug can be pulled out from under even the most skilled IT pros, so it's always good to be prepared.

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Data Center Definitions & Solutions

What is a data center? How are data centers managed? What data center technologies should I be aware of?


SPECIAL REPORT

CIO 100 2012

The 2012 CIO 100 Awards honor 100 companies that are accelerating business results by innovating with technology. Find out who they are.

White Paper
Business Intelligence Shows its Smarts

Today's Business Intelligence (BI) tools provide a new way to think about data with self-service capabilities and user-friendly analytics that can be used by nearly everyone.

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Harness IT -- An Introduction to Business Intelligence Solutions

Learn the key selection criteria required to provide your organization with the capability to address structured data, unstructured data and mobile demands so that employees can view and manipulate data on their own, from virtually any location.

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Proactive Planning for Big Data

Big data is less about the terabytes and more about the query tools and business intelligence needed to make sense of massive amounts of data.

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Putting DevOps and the Hybrid Cloud into Practice

Many organizations are currently seeking to adopt DevOps because of the promise it holds for enabling them to respond rapidly to marke changes, with higher quality and reduced cost.

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Becoming An Analytics Driven Organization

Join us on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, 11:00 AM EDT and learn how your agency can create an analytics culture that will enable you to improve budgeting and financial reporting. Learn More.

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Seven trends to shape your digital business - Accenture Technology Vision 2013

Technology is now intertwined with nearly every aspect of business. Information technology is not only pervasive; it is fast becoming a primary driver of market differentiation, business growth, and profitability.

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3 Reasons Why Sepaton is the World's Fastest Backup Solution

Leading analyst, Storage Switzerland learns how Sepaton backs up and deduplicates massive data volumes while maintaining the industry's fastest performance - all in one system. Learn more!

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Enterprise File Sharing: All You Need to Know

Security. Scalability. Control. These are just some of the many benefits of enterprise cloud file-sharing that you'll discover in this KnowledgeVault, packed with short videos, white papers and demos.

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The Future-State CIO®

The Future-State CIO® will be accountable for IT function success and business process transformation by adopting a more company-external focus and concentrating on using information to drive innovation and strategic advantage in pursuit of business goals. Learn more

RESOURCES & UPCOMING MEMBER ENGAGEMENTS

EWIT Leadership Connection: Bringing a Strategic Focus to Your Role, May 30 Webcast

Pamela, founder of The Rucker Group and former vice president of IT at PSC, will share tips and experiences in building your strategic orientation competency, moving away from a pure operational focus, and recognizing when a strategic decision will ultimately change corporate direction for the better. Learn more

IT Leadership Journey Assessment

Assess IT's relationship with business leaders with this quick self-scoring assessment. In order for IT to become a strategic business driver and game changer, the technology organization must become a trusted partner and true business peer. Learn more

Kent State Deploys Hybrid, Multivendor Cloud Infrastructure

Ed Mahon, CIO at Kent State, shares ROI and lessons learned in this case study including what to do before you evaluate cloud prices and tips on how to reduce variations in cost between providers. Learn more

Creating Your Future-State IT Leadership Team Today

A recent survey by the CIO Executive Council reveals a fundamental disconnect between current IT proficiencies such as vendor partnering and future priorities. Take a closer look to understand which leadership skills are valued. Learn more

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